Dan Amira '07: Emmy-winning writer of The Daily Show

September 23, 2015 | SHARE:

Dan Amira ’07 is part of a team of writers that won an Emmy earlier this week.

The award, for outstanding writing for a variety series, recognizes their work on “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.” Dan was also a member of the writing team nominated in 2014, in the same category for the same show. Prior to joining “The Daily Show” in January 2014, Dan was senior editor, online, at New York Magazine.

At Union, Dan was active, involved in initiatives like Pizza & Politics. His father, Don Amira ’75, is also an alumnus. For a complete list of Emmy winners, click here.